Aproko doctor content shared by Nigerian outlets warns the public against consuming “spoiled” or fungus-infested tomatoes. The reports say the doctor cautions that rotten tomatoes—often referred to locally as “spoilt tomatoes” or “ata esha,” and “awarawa”—can contain harmful substances that consumers may not notice. The Punch highlights that such foods may pose health risks related to aflatoxins, which are toxins produced by certain molds, and references the presence of “live” elements associated with fungus contamination. Vanguard similarly describes the message as a warning that a poison may be present inside rotten tomatoes and that people continue to eat them regularly.
Both sources frame the issue as a public health concern tied to the condition of tomatoes before consumption, emphasizing avoidance of tomatoes that show spoilage or mold. The articles do not provide specific scientific measurements, clinical outcomes, or regulatory guidance, but they consistently convey that the warning is meant to discourage consumption of rotten tomatoes and related moldy foods.
